Design Project Articles Master Degree: Recent submissions

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    • Qualification of the Cold Chain System in Drug Logistics 

      Otero Torres, Yailyn (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2024)
      Distributions Centers for pharmaceutical products have experienced significant changes in recent years in terms of the cold chain, adapting to new social, economic, and technological structures. The main objective of this ...

    • Improvement and Standardization of the Remuneration Process of Engineering Lecturer Professors 

      Samó Velázquez, Yahira M. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2024)
      Human beings invest plenty of time carrying out various tasks for an employer or company to generate a salary. Salaries must satisfy the personnel who provide services to earn income [1]. After conducting a study on the ...

    • Optimization of Shear Testing 

      Acevedo Liceaga, Wilfredo (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2024)
      This research project focused on improving shear testing processes. This project aims to implement a new system that performs shear testing without destroying the piece, thus reducing the scrap percentage. The DMAIC ...

    • Design and Implementation of a Green Light Signal Process for Regulatory PMO Team 

      Luciano González, Virginia (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2024)
      The Project Management Office (PMO) Regulatory Team, manages regulatory projects that include in the scope all countries globally that can import and distribute their products. The Master Regulatory Schedule (MRS) is ...

    • Understanding and Reducing the 709 Equipment Variability to Validate K3/K4 with an Alternate Resin at the Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico 

      Rivera Rodríguez, Víctor M. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2024)
      This project is focused on the quality assurance hurdles in the injection molding processes of part no. FYA1470, encountered while validating the K3/K4 product using a substitute resin required by the customer. Utilizing ...

    • Authorized Medical Allowance Lists (AMAL) and the Authorized Dental Allowance List (ADAL) Review Process in the Department of the NAVY 

      Rodríguez Rivera, Pedro O. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2024)
      The AMAL and ADAL are clinically driven documents that specify the minimum quantity of equipment and consumable items required by the U.S. Navy’s operating forces Health Services Departments. These lists ensure that the ...

    • Implementation and Validation of Automated Blasting Machine for the DRMAS Head in the DRMAS Automated Cell 

      Santiago Pérez, Oscar (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2024)
      The Wet Blaster blasting system is one of the multiple computerized systems that compose the DRMAS Automation Cell at the Medtronic Humacao site as part of the Project Transfer strategy. This equipment can execute one ...

    • Design and Implementation Process to Optimize the Inspection Method at Machining Process to product of 100 % Inspection 

      Reyes Rivera, Omar (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2024)
      This study focuses on the development of a Sampling Plan to implement an improved inspection process in machining. The goal is to optimize the efficiency of the inspection process without compromising quality standards, ...

    • Implementation of an Automated OEE Scada System on a New Manufacturing Line 

      Franco Díaz, Noel (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2024)
      A need for capturing performance for a manufacturing line was fulfilled by implementing an Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) automated system in a manufacturing line. To successfully implement the system, it was important ...

    • Biotechnology Ion Exchange Chromatography Improvement 

      Nieves Ortiz, Miguel A. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2024)
      This research investigates the influence of different stop collection percentages on ion exchange chromatography in laboratory-scale separations. A direct association was seen between reduced stop collection (percentages ...

    • Integrating ThoughtSpot for Real-Time Analysis and Proactive Handling of Non Conformance and CAPA 

      Ortiz Cabrera, José (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2024)
      This study addresses quality management issues at Ethicon, a Johnson & Johnson subsidiary in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico, utilizing advanced analytics and process optimization methods. Through the integration of the ThoughtSpot ...

    • Increase in Production Due to First Pass Yield Improvements 

      Rosario, José L. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2024)
      First Pass Yield (FPY) is a critical quality indicator at the electrical sector, dedicated to the manufacture of industrial breakers, and its improvement can have a significant impact on operational efficiency and customer ...

    • Reduction of Demurrages Expenses During the Container Traffic Process 

      Bernard Ramos, Jennifer (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2024)
      The project aims to reduce demurrage expenses by addressing delays in container returns to suppliers, improving cost-effectiveness, and financial performance in container traffic logistics. Through detailed analysis using ...

    • Increase Packaging Line Capacity Using an Automated Packaging Machine 

      Rivera Torres, Henry (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2024)
      The pharmaceutical industry, particularly in animal health, faces challenges in optimizing production processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs while maintaining product quality and safety standards. This study ...

    • Validation Exercise for a Non-Destructive Inspection Device for Blister Pack 

      Vargas Jiménez, Hazel N. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2024)
      This project focuses on the validation exercise of a non-destructive vision scan system for blister pack leak detection within a regulated environment. The methodology included a systematic approach, following the System ...

    • Freezer Conversion to Warehouse 

      Ramos Rivera, Gino J. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2024)
      The project is expanding the pharmaceutical company warehouse due to market product demand. Constructing a new building would be too costly and not cost-effective. The identified problem was that significant renovations ...

    • Scrap Reduction on Anodize Area Treatment 

      Fernández Rodríguez, Eliezer O. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2024)
      MD Company encounters significant challenges within its anodizing process, characterized by pronounced waste generation. Proposing an integrated approach merging Lean manufacturing principles with DMAIC methodology to ...

    • Diseño de Optimización y Balanceo en la Línea de Producción 

      de León Reyes, Ashley M. (Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico, 2024)
      En la producción de dispositivos médicos, uno de los procesos utilizados es el moldeo por inyección, que consiste en calentar y fundir resinas sintéticas en un molde para luego enfriarlas. De esta forma se obtiene el ...

    • Improving Call Center at Universidad Ana G. Méndez 

      Sánchez Escalera, Alex R. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2024)
      In today's dynamic business environment, call centers serve as pivotal touchpoints between organizations and their stakeholders, necessitating constant optimization to meet evolving demands. This abstract presents a nuanced ...

    • Revamping Hill Brother’s Packaging Area 

      Santos De La Rosa, Alejandro (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2024)
      This paper addresses the challenges faced by (Hill Brothers), a fruit and vegetable distribution company, particularly in its (packaging operations). Issues such as a lack of performance indicators, underutilization of ...